11.   At the same time, auto and steelmakers in the U.S. will have a tougher time competing against Asian importers.

12.   BancBoston Capital has seen several investors leave and has let others go, amid tougher times for its portfolio.

13.   Beyond that, he said, the skills that make a successful chief executive in tougher times vary according to the stage of the company.

14.   Black actors are likely to have a tougher time than white stars.

15.   Both teams won their divisions last year but now see tougher times.

16.   Additionally, companies which sell their products in Europe may have a tougher time this quarter because many businesses shut down for vacation in August.

17.   Adults might have a tougher time.

18.   After shutting down small and speedy Allen Iverson at Philadelphia on Sunday, Bryant had a tougher time containing small and speedy Marbury.

19.   Brook says Jaci is having a tougher time dealing with the incident.

20.   Bush may have a tougher time defending himself in these areas.